Since 1887, Mercy Home for Boys & Girls has provided children and families with healing and tools to build brighter futures. It gives children who’ve experienced abuse, neglect, or violence a safe home, educational support, and career guidance.

20 %
of our high school seniors graduated.
3816
therapy sessions were provided to kids and their families.
13 %
of youth living with us advanced to the next grade.

Our Programs

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Youth Residential Program

Young people live with us full time in a safe, structured, and supportive home. Read More

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Community Care Program

Provides support and continued connection to our Home for former residents and for families. Read More

Friends First Mentoring

Volunteer mentors make a lifetime of difference in the lives of children. Read More

News from Mercy Home

Chicago Bears’ Jaylon Johnson Surprises Youth, Coworkers

On any given Sunday, two‑time Pro Bowler and elite “lockdown” cornerback Jaylon Johnson helps the Chicago Bears live up to...

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How Levi Found Hope

Levi was two years old when his mom died. It was only months between her finding out she was sick...

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An Epiphany for the New Year

Though Christmas Day is past us, as Catholics we know that the holiday season continues with the celebration of the...

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A Light in the Darkness: Celebrating Christmas at Mercy Home

Holiday cheer was in the air at Mercy Home as our young people and coworkers celebrated Christmas. The beloved annual...

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